Outreach and Marketing Specialist Paid Intern

About Us

Maroon 9 Community Enrichment Organization is a youth-focused theatre arts organization dedicated to empowering young performers and promoting arts education. We engage communities through theatre arts, literacy programs, and cultural performances. Our mission is to inspire, empower, and develop youth through the transformative power of the arts. Our vision is to develop youth of and off the stage.

We are seeking a dynamic and creative Outreach & Marketing Specialist for a 6-month paid internship position to support our community engagement and promotional efforts. This intern will help expand our audience reach, develop engaging content, and strengthen relationships with schools, organizations, and the broader community. 

Key Responsibilities may include:

• Marketing & Promotion: Assist in developing marketing campaigns for upcoming performances, programs, and special events.
• Social Media Management: Create and schedule content across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc.), engaging with followers and tracking analytics.
• Content Creation: Design promotional materials, write press releases, and produce newsletters to highlight programs and success stories.
• Community Outreach: Connect with local schools, organizations, and businesses to build partnerships and increase program visibility.
• Event Support: Assist in coordinating outreach events, community engagement activities, and promotional tabling.
• Audience Engagement: Implement strategies to grow and diversify our audience base, including youth, educators, and families.
• Data & Reporting: Track engagement metrics and compile reports on outreach effectiveness.

Internship Highlights:

• Receive a monthly stipend while gaining professional experience.
• Flexible schedule.
• Gain real-world experience in marketing, social media management, and community outreach within a professional performing arts organization.
• Build a professional portfolio and enhance writing, graphic design, and content creation skills.
• Develop transferable skills that apply to careers in marketing, communications, arts administration, event planning, and nonprofit management.
• Have creative freedom and the opportunity to propose and implement innovative marketing strategies.
• Attend performances, workshops, and fun events!

How to Apply:

Submit a resume through Handshake or directly to admin@maroon9.org by February 23, 2025.

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from historically underrepresented communities in the arts.